Along with the paw wax (which we have not yet used despite now 10′ mountains of snow just from yesterday’s flurries) Zoe has a new velveteen jingle bell collar. You’ll need a photo for this one and my camera batteries are low and better light would be preferable.
The sidewalks Zoe and I trod upon just yesterday are covered with mountains of snow. As we are in ski country, in the mountains, it’s not going to melt but will be here until June or July. That is a fact that we have to deal with in motor vehicles, outerwear and boots.
Jim had a long week last week at work that sometimes extended until early morning hours. I wanted him to get caught up on his sleep this past weekend. I made one of his favorite dinners last night and we settled down in front of the fire to see a really crummy Christmas movie (I’ll demur on the name to protect the guilty) or Mel Gibson in The Patriot.
We went to bed early, started the extra heater and the humidifier while we watched several inches of snow land overnight. He fell asleep right away. I tried for 1/2 hour but didn’t want to fidget and awaken him and the dog. So, as I got out of bed he said “Santa must have a really fast sleigh” and I responded, “Yes, he must.” Then I looked back and he was snoring again. A precious moment, and he allowed me to share it here. I’m sure his mother would’ve wanted to hear it first, but since we’re not allowed Thanksgiving, we must look forward to Christmas.
Zoe’s velvet sleigh bells will glisten in the new snow and we always look forward to seeing family on the holidays. Keep your family together, don’t fight about the turkey or side dishes and have a wonderful day! Dee
Cooking with Dee 
Santa must have a very advanced rocket research department.
Keep snoring, my dear.